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What’s coming up in 2015
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| 9th January |
Pet Sense |
Be responsible for the daily care of a pet (1 month for mini badge/ 3 months Achievement badge) |
| 23rd January |
Worm Control |
To understand the main worms affecting hoses, how we manage worm burdens in horses and ponies and most effective ways of doing this |
| HALF TERM |
| 6th March |
Equipment Safety |
To be able to assess the suitability for use of Riding Hats, Body Protectors, rider footwear and tack |
| 20th March |
Bandaging & Rugs |
Practice putting bandages and rugs on |
| EASTER HOLIDAYS |
| 17th April |
Working Dogs |
To be able to identify any 12 breeds of working dogs and know which field they are traditionally used |
| 1st May |
Handling & Groom |
To be able to run a pony up in hand, and to tie it up safely. Also know how to identify and use the grooming equipment correctly |
| 15th May |
Plaiting |
To know when to and how to plait up |
| 12th June |
Feeding a Pony |
Learn the basic rules of feeding and watering of a pony |
| 26th June |
Feeding a Pony |
Learn the different types of food for a pony and make a pony feed cake! |
| 10th July |
Farming |
Learn about farming in the local area |
| SUMMER HOLIDAYS |
| 4th September |
Tack & Turnout competition |
Have fun getting your ponies looking smart for the ‘horse-walk’! |
| 18th September |
Lunging |
Have a go at being lunged on a pony! (a short ridden session) |
| 2nd October |
Bird watching |
Learn about native bird breeds |
| 16th October |
Revision |
Preparation and revision for Progressive tests |
| HALF TERM |
| 13th November |
Fundraising Night |
Fundraising night for Children in Need |
| 27th November |
Stargazing |
A fun night looking at the stars and eating marshmallows! |
| 11th December |
Christmas party |
FUN!! |
